2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager

To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.

Because 2008 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Voyager. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alpina B7 2011 Lancia Voyager
Make Alpina Lancia
Model B7 Voyager
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2777 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.9 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 76 L


 

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